Joondalup
Joondalup’s postcode is 6027. $700–$780 (3–4 bed) is the median weekly house rent, and the drive into the Perth CBD takes about 25 min off-peak.
Joondalup is the strategic centre of Perth's northern corridor — effectively a satellite city with its own CBD, university, teaching hospital and major shopping precinct. Excellent choice for families who want city amenity without being in central Perth.
Joondalup fast facts
- Postcode
- 6027
- Median weekly house rent
- $700–$780 (3–4 bed)
- Median weekly unit rent
- $550–$650 (2 bed apartment)
- Drive to Perth CBD (off-peak)
- 25 min
- Drive to Perth CBD (peak)
- 35 min
- Public transport to CBD
- ≈ 25 min by train from Joondalup station
- Nearest beach
- Mullaloo Beach — 10 min drive
- Perth Airport
- ≈ 36 km to Perth Airport
Rent figures are guides drawn from recent REIWA and CoreLogic data and change quickly — always confirm with a current listing search.
Demographics & feel
- Population: ≈ 9,500 (residential) / 60,000+ daily
- Median age: 34 years
- Who lives here: Families, professionals, students
- Vibe: Urban hub with lakes and parks
- Nearest beach: Mullaloo Beach — 10 min drive
Transport & connectivity
- Joondalup train station — Yanchep line express
- Mitchell Freeway
- Major Transperth bus interchange
Amenities & lifestyle
- Lakeside Joondalup Shopping City
- Edith Cowan University (Joondalup campus)
- HBF Arena stadium
- Yellagonga Regional Park & Lake Joondalup
Growth outlook
Designated a Strategic Metropolitan Centre — ongoing investment in health, education and transport. Consistent demand, strong rental yield.
Public schools
Private & Catholic schools
Daycare, kindy & early learning
Nearest hospitals & medical
Vets & pet care
Things to do
- Walk around Lake Joondalup
- Concerts and sport at HBF Arena
- Shop and dine at Lakeside
- Mullaloo Beach for family days
Further reading & links
Rental figures are guides drawn from recent REIWA and CoreLogic data and change quickly — always confirm with a current listing search.
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